Nestum Rice Vegetables (8 To 24)

Composition

Cereal-based complementary food (rice-based infant cereal) with vegetable ingredients; may contain rice flour/semolina, vegetable powders/flakes, vitamins and minerals (exact composition varies by pack—refer label)

Uses of Nestum Rice Vegetables (8 To 24)

Complementary feeding for infants (8 to 24 months); provides energy and nutrients to support growth during weaning

• •Supports complementary feeding during weaning
• •Provides energy from rice-based carbohydrates
• •Vegetable-based taste to aid food acceptance
• •Fortified with vitamins and minerals (as per label)
• •Easy to prepare and digest

How it works

This is a cooked/instant rice-based complementary food that provides carbohydrates for energy along with added vegetables and fortified micronutrients. It helps meet increased nutritional needs when breast milk alone is not sufficient after 6 months.

Directions for use

For oral use as complementary food for infants 8–24 months. Prepare as per pack instructions by mixing recommended quantity with previously boiled and cooled water or milk to a smooth consistency; feed with a clean spoon. Use immediately after preparation and discard leftovers.

Side effects

Common side effects of Nestum Rice Vegetables (8 To 24) may include:

• •Usually well tolerated; possible bloating
• •gas